The price of a typo

This is regarding the story “The price of a typo” by Humna Naeem (YW, March 14).

The story included multiple themes, such as humour, fear, stress and the weight of mistakes. It showed how a single, simple typing error can lead to chaos and exhaustion for those involved.

We should always be careful because a single character can change the meaning of a message and therefore, one should always check any message before sending it.

Anas Naushahi
Karachi

Powered by caffeine

This is with reference to the story “Powered by caffeine” by Wasfa Khan (YW, March 14).

The story presents an interesting reflection on how habits, even small ones like drinking coffee, can quietly take over our lives. It showed that relying on external stimulants for energy or focus might work temporarily, but they can also prevent us from understanding our own limits and natural rhythms.

Breaking such a cycle is not easy and requires patience and self-discipline. I think this is an important reminder that balance matters more than intensity, pushing ourselves nonstop might feel productive, but it often comes at the cost of rest and health.

Zoya Rafiq,
Lahore

Calligraphy: where writing becomes art

This is regarding the cover article “Calligraphy: where writing becomes art” by Umamah Shaheen (YW, March 14).

I loved reading the article because calligraphy is my favourite hobby. The article highlighted the beauty and history of calligraphy, showing it as more than just decorative writing. It was a refreshing reminder that in a world dominated by screens, some skills, like slow, careful and intentional work, have value beyond the final product.

Safiullah Behroz,
Karachi

Eid is for everyone

This is regarding the cover article “Eid is for everyone” by Benazir Raz (YW, March 21). An article like this on Eid is not only appreciable but essential.

Eid is a Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The spirit of Eid comes alive with girls wearing multi-coloured dresses, rushing to choose henna designs, matching bangles and more, all described vividly by Ms Raz.

Mothers, meanwhile, tirelessly manage the kitchen, preparing special dishes and sweets for their children and guests. Today’s girls, Inshallah, will grow up to be efficient mothers of tomorrow, carrying forward these traditions with care and love.

Dr M Qudrat-e-Khuda,
Karachi

Published in Dawn, Young World, April 25th, 2026